1986 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
