1992 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 518 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | BX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |