2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. 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 C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1990 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C6 | Integra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
