1983 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 15 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 385 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
