1974 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 125 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 1993 Ford Falcon 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 1993 Ford Falcon. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
