1985 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Dodge Spirit
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 124 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 1988 Dodge Spirit | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | CX | Spirit |
Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |