1987 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane is newer by 23 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Megane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |
