1985 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 320 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
