1986 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2006 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | RunX |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |