1986 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 19 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 2,096 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 630 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type 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 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | BX | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
