1985 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 620 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 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Baja |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
