1974 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 24 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
