1976 Citroen CX vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 12 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 2,346 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | CX | Integra |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2450 mm |
