1986 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 7 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (294 Nm). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
