1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Renault Logan
To start off, 2004 Renault Logan 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Renault Logan. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Renault Logan. 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 (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Logan. (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2004 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Logan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
