1992 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 1980 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1980 Toyota Blizzard (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1980 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
