1985 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 810 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, 1998 Plymouth Voyager (175 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1998 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | BX | Voyager |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |