1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Citroen Bx is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Bx. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Bx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 21 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1993 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, 1989 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Bx. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1989 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Bx | 21 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
