1989 Citroen CX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1989 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 713 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.
Because 2009 Honda Accord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Accord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen CX. (160 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
