1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 29 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 600 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.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | CX | Korando |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |