1991 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX. 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, 1984 Honda Accord (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | BX | Accord |
Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |