1987 Citroen CX vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1987 Citroen CX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 745 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. 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, 1987 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
