1975 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Duster |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2673 mm |
