1992 Citroen BX vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jeep CJ weights approximately 140 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 1954 Jeep CJ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1954 Jeep CJ 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | BX | CJ |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
