1988 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 128 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Citroen BX (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
