1985 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 885 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, 2008 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Previa |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 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 | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |