1980 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 55 kg more than 1980 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen CX | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | CX | Logan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |