1982 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 91 kg more than 1982 Citroen CX. 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 1990 Dodge Spirit | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | CX | Spirit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
