1979 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 10 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 1994 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |