1989 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX.
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, 2007 Renault Clio (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | CX | Clio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |