1986 Citroen CX vs. 1985 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1985 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Mustang |
Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2500 mm |