1991 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 229 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
