1990 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Caldina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Caldina |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |