1984 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen BX | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 61 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
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 | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |