1976 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 1976 Citroen CX and 1976 Ford Thunderbird were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 315 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX. 1976 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1976 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1976 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
