1976 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 770 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 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2345 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3050 mm |
