1989 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | CX | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
