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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 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 195 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 (181 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 70 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 | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |