2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 437 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C4 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
