1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Dacia 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 (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | CX | Logan |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
