1986 Citroen BX vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 285 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
