1990 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 550 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 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
