1978 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 26 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 387 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.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |