2008 Citroen Picasso vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen Picasso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Citroen Picasso. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Picasso | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Picasso | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
