1975 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 33 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 213 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.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
