1976 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 12 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 154 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 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
