1983 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 2008 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | CX | Materia |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
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 | 106 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 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 - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |