1985 Citroen BX vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 692 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX. 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | BX | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
