1982 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen CX weights approximately 115 kg more than 1991 Honda Prelude.
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, both vehicles can yield 159 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
