1974 Citroen CX vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 345 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
