1988 Citroen CX vs. 1990 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1990 Honda Concerto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Concerto (111 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 Honda Concerto.
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 (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Concerto. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1990 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Concerto |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |