1979 Citroen CX vs. 2001 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Korando is newer by 22 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 2001 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2001 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Korando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |
