1985 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 485 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |