1983 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 1990 Renault 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen BX (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen BX weights approximately 204 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Citroen BX (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
