1992 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 695 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | BX | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
