1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1985 Citroen CX
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1985 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Conquest | CX |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |
