1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio 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 10 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
