1986 Citroen BX vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 535 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX. 1998 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1986 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
