1986 Citroen BX vs. 1945 Jeep CJ2
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep CJ2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep CJ2 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep CJ2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep CJ2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep CJ2 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1945 Jeep CJ2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Jeep CJ2 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, 1986 Citroen BX (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep CJ2. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep CJ2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1945 Jeep CJ2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | CJ2 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
