1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 562 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | BX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
