1997 Cadillac Catera vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Catera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 643 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Cadillac Catera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Cadillac Catera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 1997 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Catera | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Catera | BX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |
