1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1986 Citroen Bx
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Bx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Bx would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 650 kg more than 1986 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1986 Citroen Bx | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | Bx |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |
