1979 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 154 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. 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, 1984 Renault 25 (177 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
