1975 Citroen CX vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 620 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
