1986 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Opel Senator
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Senator weights approximately 436 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 1985 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1985 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Senator |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
