1980 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 Honda Accord (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen CX. (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen CX | 2000 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
