1976 Citroen CX vs. 1987 Honda Integra
To start off, 1987 Honda Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Honda Integra.
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, 1976 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1987 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Integra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
