1985 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 213 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord. 2010 Citroen C3 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. 2010 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |