1983 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 14 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1960 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 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
