1988 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 21 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 400 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX. 2009 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
