1990 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3

To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 20 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX.

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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2010 Land Rover LR3 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. 2010 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Citroen BX 2010 Land Rover LR3
Make Citroen Land Rover
Model BX LR3
Year Released 1990 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4394 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 123 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 185 km/hour 199 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors


 

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