1976 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 24 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 153 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.
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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Contour |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
