1983 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
