1984 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Daihatsu Domino
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Domino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 745 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Domino. (69 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Domino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1998 Daihatsu Domino | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Domino |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
