1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | BX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
