1985 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
