1990 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 600 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.
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, 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1989 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | BX | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
