1974 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1993 Ford Mustang 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Mustang (106 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Because 1993 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1993 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Mustang |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |