1992 Citroen XM vs. 1985 Honda Accord
To start off, 1992 Citroen XM is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
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, 1992 Citroen XM (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen XM | 1985 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Accord |
Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |