1986 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera weights approximately 830 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 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
