1986 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2300 mm |
