1989 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
