1978 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (101 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 405 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, 1978 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
