1985 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
