1985 Citroen CX vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 371 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | CX | Korando |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2490 mm |