1985 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,141 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen BX (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1978 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
