1989 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, both 1989 Citroen CX and 1989 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Renault 21. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 244 kg more than 1989 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | CX | 21 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |