1994 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 1994 Honda Accord and 2012 Citroen C4 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. 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 (200 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
