1974 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Honda CRX
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 18 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, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1992 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | CRX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
