1993 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Citroen BX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 627 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 1986 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 1986 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1986 Toyota Supra (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen BX | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Supra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
