1976 Citroen CX vs. 1997 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick is newer by 21 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Maverick weights approximately 374 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick 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, 1997 Ford Maverick (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1997 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
