1985 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 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 S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
