1975 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 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 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 94 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
