1978 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1995 Daihatsu Applause | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | CX | Applause |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |