1989 Citroen CX vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 160 kg more than 1989 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Fairlane 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 1995 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | CX | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2930 mm |