1985 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 26 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |