1986 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Legend |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |