1984 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 194 kg more than 1978 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
