1988 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 397 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2009 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | CX | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
