1985 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Renault 25
To start off, 1987 Renault 25 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. Both 1985 Citroen CX and 1987 Renault 25 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1987 Renault 25.
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, 1987 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1987 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
