1986 Citroen BX vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 369 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
