2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 362 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Honda Prelude (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
