1988 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 2 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, 1988 Citroen BX (90 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 122 kg more than 1990 Renault 19. 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 (181 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
