1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | CX | Terios |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |