1986 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 554 kg more than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charade. (106 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1979 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | BX | Charade |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |
