1985 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 11 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 298 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
Because 1985 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX will offer significantly more control. 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 (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (294 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2141 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
