1974 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 310 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1974 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1974 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | CX | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2990 mm |
