1986 Citroen BX vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 740 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 1994 Jaguar XJS 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 1994 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | XJS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
