1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 21 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
