2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 156 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Prelude |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |