1992 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
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 Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen BX (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
