1969 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (166 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 615 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Impala (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Impala | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Impala | BX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
