1983 Citroen CX vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra 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 31 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Integra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
