1979 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 11 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 15 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 1979 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1979 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | NSX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2540 mm |
