1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 5 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Saxo | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2290 mm |
