1987 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 285 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
