1985 Citroen BX vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 170 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | BX | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
