1974 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 21 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
