1987 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 11 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 535 kg more than 1986 Renault 11.
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 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 11. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 11 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
