1988 Citroen CX vs. 1984 Ford GT
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford GT 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 1984 Ford GT. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1984 Ford GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | CX | GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
