1983 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1983 Citroen BX (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |