1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 29 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | E-350 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |