1984 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 135 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.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | BX | Jimny |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |