1983 Citroen BX vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 20 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 606 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 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Condor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
