1983 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 28 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 950 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 2011 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1983 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1983 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2695 mm |
