1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1988 Citroen CX

To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 5 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina.

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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1993 Chevrolet Lumina 1988 Citroen CX
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Lumina CX
Year Released 1993 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 3100 mm