1986 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Renault Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1992 Renault Express. 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, 1986 Citroen BX (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Express |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
