1985 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 20 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 16 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2376 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
