1990 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 16 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. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX.
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, 1990 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
