1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | ZX | Prelude |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |