1989 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 15 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
