1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 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 | 1375 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
