1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 258 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
