1979 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
