1979 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 165 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.
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 (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2449 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1430 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 |