1985 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 20 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 345 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
