1976 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Accord |
Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |