1979 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1987 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 505 kg more than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1987 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Charade |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
