1987 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 365 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
