1985 Citroen CX vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2970 mm |
