2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 21 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | BX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2660 mm |
