1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Citroen BX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Blazer | BX |
Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 61 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |