1974 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 Honda Accord.
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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1988 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |