1987 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 320 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
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, 1987 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
