1988 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Renault Siete
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault Siete 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 18 more horse power than 1984 Renault Siete. (44 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 79 kg more than 1984 Renault Siete. 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault Siete. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1984 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Siete |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
