2008 Citroen C2 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C2 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
