1989 Citroen XM vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 377 kg more than 1984 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 XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1984 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
