1986 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 660 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BX | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 91 L |
