1976 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2000 Ford Cougar 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Cougar (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 146 kg more than 2000 Ford Cougar.
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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2000 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
