1976 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero (118 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
