1985 Chrysler Laser vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, both 1985 Chrysler Laser and 1985 Citroen CX were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Chrysler Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Chrysler Laser. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1985 Chrysler Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Chrysler Laser. 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, 1985 Chrysler Laser (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Chrysler Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chrysler Laser | 1985 Citroen CX | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Laser | CX |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |