1989 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 486 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
