1989 Citroen CX vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen CX | 2001 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | CX | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1420 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |