1984 Citroen CX vs. 1983 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault Rodeo 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 650 kg more than 1983 Renault Rodeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1983 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
