1979 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 30 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang 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 2009 Ford Mustang. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
