1983 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 22 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 955 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
