1974 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 89 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2002 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1283 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
