1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Chrysler Valiant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Chrysler Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Valiant | BX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
