1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1993 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 757 kg more than 1993 Citroen C 15. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Accord |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |