1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 33 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 696 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 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | CX | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |