1986 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1986 Citroen BX and 1986 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 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 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | BX | Granada |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |