1987 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 800 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1972 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
