2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 171 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C 15 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C 15 | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |