1979 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 158 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, 2004 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Accord |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |