1983 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo 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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| 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 | 106 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
