1988 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 283 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
