1988 Citroen CX vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 14 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Citroen CX. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX. 2002 Honda Legend 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. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Legend |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2920 mm |
