1985 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen BX | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |