1976 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1989 Ford Aerostar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 66 kg more than 1989 Ford Aerostar.
Because 1989 Ford Aerostar 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 1989 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1989 Ford Aerostar (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1989 Ford Aerostar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Aerostar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3030 mm |
