1985 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX 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 (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
