1986 Citroen BX vs. 1997 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1997 Toyota Paseo is newer by 11 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1997 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
