1988 Citroen CX vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 150 kg more than 2000 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 (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
