1991 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1991 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
