1988 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
