1989 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1165 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.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (329 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
