1987 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Falcon 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 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2800 mm |
