2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX. 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
Model | BS4 | CX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |