1975 Citroen CX vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 33 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 625 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | CX | Rexton |
Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2830 mm |