1978 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2010 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 32 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 679 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car 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 2010 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2010 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX. 2010 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2010 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2010 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | CX | Town Car |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3142 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |