1984 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 151 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
