1983 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |