1974 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 18 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
