1984 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1997 Dodge Caravan is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Caravan (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 910 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Dodge Caravan (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1997 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
