1988 Citroen CX vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 348 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
