1992 Citroen BX vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 16 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 118 kg more than 1992 Citroen BX.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
