1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 380 kg more than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Bx. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Bx | Crown |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
