1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2007 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
