1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 25 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 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
