1985 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Ford Orion
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 5 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion.
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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1990 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Orion |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
