1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1986 Citroen Bx and 1986 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 810 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 GMC Jimmy 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy 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 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx. 1986 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen Bx has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen Bx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Bx | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
