1984 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (185 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 55 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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, 1992 Honda Prelude (212 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen CX | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Prelude |
Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |