1984 Citroen BX vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 11 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| 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 | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
