1986 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
