1987 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1987 Citroen CX and 1987 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 365 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra 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 1987 Ford Sierra. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Sierra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |