1988 Citroen CX vs. 1999 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 580 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen CX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen CX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1999 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
