1976 Citroen CX vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 20 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 5 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 75 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2346 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |