1982 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (140 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX.
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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (206 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen BX | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |