2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 588 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
