1985 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 184 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | CX | i30 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
