1984 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 20 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, 1984 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 69 kg more than 1984 Citroen CX.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Citroen CX (301 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 58 L |
