1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 36 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 170 kg more than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Because 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster 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, 2010 Dacia Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Dacia |
| Model | CX | Duster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2673 mm |
