1992 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Carina weights approximately 200 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
Because 1982 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Carina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
