1986 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 546 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | BX | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
