1985 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 5 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 628 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Verada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
