1992 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Toyota Supra

To start off, both 1992 Citroen BX and 1992 Toyota Supra were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Supra (104 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Supra weights approximately 640 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Toyota Supra 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 1992 Toyota Supra. 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 Toyota Supra (334 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm). This means 1992 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Citroen BX 1992 Toyota Supra
Make Citroen Toyota
Model BX Supra
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2952 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 71 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 111 Nm 334 Nm
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 86.1 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2560 mm


 

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