1992 Citroen BX vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 65 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | BX | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
