1985 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 8 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. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
