1982 Citroen BX vs. 2001 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Toyota Camry is newer by 19 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Camry (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Camry weights approximately 374 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen BX. (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen BX | 2001 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 986 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
