1985 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX. 1989 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2930 mm |
