1978 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 30 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, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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, 2008 Ford Fusion (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2008 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
