1986 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 10 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 460 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
