1986 Citroen Bx vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 17 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 370 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 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Bx | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | Bx | Freelander |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |