1978 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 89 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
