1979 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 26 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 223 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
