1979 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 13 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, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 304 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
