1991 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 700 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero (202 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1984 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
