1985 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 559 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
