1984 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 22 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 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.
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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
