1985 Citroen CX vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2750 mm |
