1987 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX 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 90 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Today |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |