1985 Citroen BX vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 310 kg more than 1985 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, 2000 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2000 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
