1996 Citroen XM vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1979 Honda Prelude. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 360 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Prelude. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |