1986 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 23 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 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (391 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1352 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.
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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | BX | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
