1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 28 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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2007 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
