1978 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 27 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 46 L |
