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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen CX (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
