1984 Citroen BX vs. 2005 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3110 is newer by 21 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), 2005 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 510 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 2005 GAZ 3110 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 2005 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2005 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2005 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Citroen | GAZ |
| Model | BX | 3110 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
