1988 Citroen BX vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 292 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (185 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |