1984 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 12 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), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 431 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.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
