1979 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 29 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 196 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | FR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2690 mm |