1974 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2006 Ford Mondeo is newer by 32 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 88 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.
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, 2006 Ford Mondeo (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2006 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
