1983 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1501 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |