1976 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1990 Ford RS 200 is newer by 14 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 2,345 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
