1986 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 21 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (286 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2007 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. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
