1983 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 24 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2007 Daihatsu Terios II | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Terios II |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
