1974 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 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, 1989 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Honda Prelude.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1989 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Prelude |
Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |