1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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. Both 1978 Citroen CX and 2007 Ford Ranger are equipped with a 2,499 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 286 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 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2007 Ford Ranger. 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Ranger |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |