1986 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Renault Clio. 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, 2011 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
