1975 Citroen CX vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1975 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1975 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
