2008 Citroen C3 vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 1993 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
