1986 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | BX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
