1976 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 37 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (176 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 327 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escape |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |
