1991 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 860 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 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | BX | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
