1980 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Duster |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
