1986 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 265 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, 1996 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |