2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. Both 2008 Citroen C5 and 1988 Citroen BX are equipped with a 1,749 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | BX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
