1983 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 645 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen BX, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
