1984 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 494 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
