1976 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 8 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. 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 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 11 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
