1984 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1987 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Ford Taurus. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Taurus weights approximately 61 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
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 (301 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Taurus. (292 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1987 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
