1984 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 28 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 131 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Shogun |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |
