1985 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 535 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Dart |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
