1987 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 651 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (184 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
