1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 13 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 855 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.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Venture | BX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
