1979 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 22 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | CX | Tiburon |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |