1987 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2009 Daihatsu Charade | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | CX | Charade |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |