1986 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
