1974 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Galant |
Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |