1989 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 629 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |