1987 Citroen CX vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 510 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | CX | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
