1989 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 102 kg more than 1993 Honda Prelude.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1993 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Prelude |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |