1979 Citroen CX vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 56 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, 2003 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX. 2003 Honda Accord 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. 2003 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2680 mm |
