1988 Citroen BX vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 516 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | BX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
