1986 Citroen BX vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 720 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.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser (188 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |