2000 Chrysler Neon vs. 1989 Citroen CX
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Neon is newer by 11 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, 2000 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Neon. (155 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Neon | 1989 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Neon | CX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
