2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1986 Honda Integra
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Honda Integra.
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, 1986 Honda Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 1986 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Integra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
