1984 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Ford Escort

To start off, both 1984 Citroen CX and 1984 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.

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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Citroen CX 1984 Ford Escort
Make Citroen Ford
Model CX Escort
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 138 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 207 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2410 mm


 

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