1988 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 8 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen BX (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
