1983 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1991 Dodge Spirit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 426 kg more than 1983 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, 1991 Dodge Spirit (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1991 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
