1976 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 325 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
