1980 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 505 kg more than 1980 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 Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
