1987 Citroen BX vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 767 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | BX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
