1979 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Orion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
