1989 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (412 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 267 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Mustang 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 2011 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2011 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 412 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
