1983 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
