1983 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 560 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 2008 Toyota Hilux 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 2008 Toyota Hilux. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
