2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 702 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | BX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
