2001 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2. 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2. 2001 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
