1975 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1977 Ford 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Ford 2000. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 58 kg more than 1977 Ford 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford 2000. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
