1988 Citroen BX vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Korando (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 896 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 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | BX | Korando |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |