1985 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 28 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1005 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.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | BX | RX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
