1984 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 260 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 1988 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |
