1992 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | CRX | C4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
