1990 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 120 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
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, 1986 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1986 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Charger |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
