1983 Citroen CX 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 CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 112 kg more than 1989 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, 1983 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
