1990 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 600 kg more than 1990 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |