1986 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |