1976 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 17 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 310 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
