1984 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (76 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 106 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Satellite. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1996 Hyundai Satellite | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | Satellite |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
