1987 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
