1992 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Renault 21.
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, 1986 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | 21 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
