1985 Citroen BX vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Granada 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX, 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
