1985 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX 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, 1986 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
