1974 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daewoo Chairman 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 2000 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2000 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 2000 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2000 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | CX | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
