1988 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1992 Dodge Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Colt (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1992 Dodge Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1992 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
