1976 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 469 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
