1984 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 604 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
