1983 Citroen BX vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 26 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 873 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | BX | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
