1984 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Clio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (187 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
