1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1998 Citroen C 15 is newer by 13 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. Both 1998 Citroen C 15 and 1985 Citroen BX are equipped with a 1,761 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Citroen C 15.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | BX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
