1985 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
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 Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude 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 88 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 574 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2330 mm |
