1985 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 418 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 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | BX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
