1990 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 18 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1385 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen BX | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |