1985 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 21 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 418 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | CR-V |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |