1975 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 244 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
