1979 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 131 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
