1985 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
