1985 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 187 kg more than 1985 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1985 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1985 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | XM |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
