1990 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Paseo weights approximately 9 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Paseo |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |