1988 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 565 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Ford Escort 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 1977 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 937 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
