1990 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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, 2010 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 12 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 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 |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
