1979 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 464 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 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 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2440 mm |
