2004 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 221 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 1988 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2510 mm |
