2000 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 910 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, 2000 Chrysler Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Voyager | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Voyager | BX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
