1986 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | BX | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 93 L |
