2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1986 Citroen Bx
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Citroen Bx.
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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (217 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1986 Citroen Bx | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Bx |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
