2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 273 kg more than 1984 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Prelude |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 975 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |