1984 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 84 kg more than 1984 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX. 2009 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 1984 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1984 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Focus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |