1975 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 18 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Ford Thunderbird 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 1993 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 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 | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2880 mm |
