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, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country. (263 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler Town & Country.
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 | 2139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1280 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 |
