1985 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,473 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1984 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BX | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
