1982 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1993 Dodge Spirit is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 330 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. 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, 1993 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 1993 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
