1983 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 226 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
