1989 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1992 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | CX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
