1985 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1114 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
