1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Axel | 1979 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Axel | Accord |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |