1985 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | BX | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |