1990 Citroen BX vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 23 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 973 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1781 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
