1990 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
