1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
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 Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tiburon 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 Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
