1986 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 281 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
