1979 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1994 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Pajero |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2430 mm |