1980 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen CX weights approximately 105 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V.
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, 1980 Citroen CX (152 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen CX | 2004 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | HR-V |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 73 L |