1992 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1988 Citroen CX
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | 1988 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | CX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3100 mm |
