2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Prizm | BX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
