1979 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 28 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | E-150 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |