1994 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 466 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
