1985 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 23 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 (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 114 kg more than 1985 Citroen CX.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (300 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2640 mm |
