1974 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 14 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
