1983 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
