1978 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1979 Ford Mustang 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Mustang (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 182 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang.
Because 1979 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. 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 Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Mustang |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |