1974 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 35 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 500 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
