1985 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 11 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 640 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, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | BX | Frontera |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |