1995 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1984 Citroen CX
To start off, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Beijing BJ 2021.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1984 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2021 | CX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
