1978 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Ford LTD
To start off, 1979 Ford LTD is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford LTD is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford LTD. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 1979 Ford LTD | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | LTD |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3080 mm |