1987 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 88 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
