1974 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 284 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2930 mm |