1985 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2141 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 16.9:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |