1995 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 9 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 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, 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | BX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
