1984 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen CX. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
