1982 Citroen CX vs. 1980 Ford Granada
To start off, 1982 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 295 kg more than 1982 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 1980 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
