1986 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX 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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | BX | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 102 L |
