1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 204 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | CX | Safrane |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |