1990 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1985 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1985 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | BX | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
