1984 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Because 2011 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2011 Citroen C-Crosser (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Prelude | 2011 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Prelude | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1827 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
