1989 Citroen XM vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Honda Prelude. (112 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 277 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude. 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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Prelude. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
