1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 22 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX.
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 (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2005 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | YRV |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
