1989 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 185 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
