1984 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX. 1996 Oldsmobile SS has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile SS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1996 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BX | SS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
