1974 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 12 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 33 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Orion |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
