1992 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 20 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | BX | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
