1986 Citroen BX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 25 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 638 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | BX | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
