1975 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, 1976 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 255 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
Because 1976 Ford Granada 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 1976 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1976 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
