1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 29 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, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 158 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
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 (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Daewoo Lacetti | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | CX | Lacetti |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |