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. Both 1985 Citroen CX and 1988 Dodge Spirit are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
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 | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
