1987 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 463 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Escort |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 72.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |