1988 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 62 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
