1984 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 23 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 810 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.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| 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 | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
