1976 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1991 Ford Taurus is newer by 15 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 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1991 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
