1981 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen CX.
Because 2009 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1981 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen CX | 2009 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Terios |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
