1984 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 145 kg more than 1984 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Verada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
