1983 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 245 kg more than 1983 Citroen CX.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen CX | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Civic |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |