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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 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 555 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 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 | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
