1982 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 594 kg more than 1982 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Toyota Crown 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 1987 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown 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 Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Crown |
Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |