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


 

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