1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 38 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 (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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, 2012 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Logan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
