1984 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Renault Espace
To start off, 1989 Renault Espace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX 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 30 more horse power than 1989 Renault Espace. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1989 Renault Espace. 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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1989 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Espace |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
