1988 Citroen CX vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 1988 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
