2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1990 Citroen BX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 19 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 710 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1990 Citroen BX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Captiva | BX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |