1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | BX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
