1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 720 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen BX | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |