1989 Citroen CX vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. 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, 1989 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
