1980 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,601 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1980 Honda Accord. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
