1988 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 626 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Plymouth Volare is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Plymouth Volare. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | BX | Volare |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |