1975 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Honda Legend
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1993 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Legend |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2840 mm |
