1974 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 25 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 540 kg more than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Lancer |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |