1989 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 8 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (200 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 92 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (219 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1997 Honda Prelude has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Prelude will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
