1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 716 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 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
