1990 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 220 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara (178 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | BX | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
