1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Accord (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord.
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, 1984 Honda Accord (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |