1985 Citroen CX vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 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, 1985 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2460 mm |
