1988 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Celica weights approximately 321 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
