1988 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 414 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
