1986 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 730 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1986 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2040 mm |
