1988 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 19 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 102 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2007 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
