1974 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
