1989 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, both 1989 Citroen CX and 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1989 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Debonair |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |