1988 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 4 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1992 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Civic |
Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |