1988 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 97 kg more than 1989 Renault 19.
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 (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 115 L |
