1983 Citroen BX vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 19 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 1030 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | BX | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
