1992 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Conquest weights approximately 380 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 1985 Dodge Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Dodge Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | BX | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
