2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 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 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C3 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
