1978 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 370 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX. 1991 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
