1987 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 530 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Lancer |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |