1989 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 21 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
