1992 Citroen BX vs. 1995 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1995 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Previa weights approximately 685 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1995 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Previa |
Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |