1990 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Dodge Aspen
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1979 Dodge Aspen | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Aspen |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
