1979 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Citroen BX
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1979 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | BX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
