1988 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 10 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | L 200 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2970 mm |