1989 Citroen BX vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,460 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 235 kg more than 1989 Citroen BX. 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, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
