1985 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 15 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 865 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.
Because 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | BX | Frontera |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |