1993 Citroen BX vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1993 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
