1989 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2009 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, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
