1979 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Prelude | C4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |