1975 Citroen CX vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 7 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Because 1982 Lincoln Continental 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen CX | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | CX | Continental |
Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |