1978 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 22 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, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | CX | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
