1984 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 21 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1063 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
