1988 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 28 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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 (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Cressida |
Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |