1988 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 454 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Ka |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
