1976 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Renault Megane
To start off, 2002 Renault Megane is newer by 26 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 28 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2002 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Megane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
