1974 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 182 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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 245 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 | 1450 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
