1983 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Cressida (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1980 Toyota Cressida (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Cressida |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |