1985 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
