1990 Citroen BX vs. 1993 Renault Clio
To start off, 1993 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. Both 1990 Citroen BX and 1993 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Clio (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Clio (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1993 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
