1989 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Crown weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Crown 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 1978 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1978 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Crown |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
