1976 Citroen CX vs. 1994 Honda Accord

To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 18 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 45 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 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 1994 Honda Accord
Make Citroen Honda
Model CX Accord
Year Released 1976 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1265 kg 1220 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1390 mm


 

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