1988 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
