1987 Citroen BX vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 899 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton 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 Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 Rexton | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | BX | Rexton |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.5:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |