2005 Acura TSX vs. 1991 Citroen BX
To start off, 2005 Acura TSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TSX (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TSX weights approximately 570 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 Acura TSX (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TSX | 1991 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | TSX | BX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
