1989 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
