1988 Citroen CX vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 228 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Integra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
