1986 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 26 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 649 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Hilux |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |