1985 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Daihatsu Naked
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 634 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1999 Daihatsu Naked | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | CX | Naked |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2370 mm |
