1992 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | BX | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
