1988 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 197 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
