1985 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 23 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | BX | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 104 L |