1992 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 280 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Celica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |