1987 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
