1985 Citroen BX vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 62 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 120 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
