1986 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1982 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac 1000. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | BX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
