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), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
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 | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |