1987 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 230 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
