2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1984 Citroen BX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 794 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1984 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | BX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
