1989 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1990 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1990 Plymouth Voyager (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen BX | 1990 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | BX | Voyager |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |