1979 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1990 Renault Espace is newer by 11 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Espace |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
