1994 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1986 Citroen Bx
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Bx. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 865 kg more than 1986 Citroen Bx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Bx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1994 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Astro | 1986 Citroen Bx | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Astro | Bx |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |