1992 Citroen BX vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, both 1992 Citroen BX and 1992 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Renault 19 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen BX | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | BX | 19 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |