1979 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Focus |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |