1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1985 Citroen BX
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1985 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tracker | BX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
