1988 Citroen CX vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 5 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord.
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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen CX | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |