1974 Citroen SM vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM. 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, 1998 Honda Accord (265 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | SM | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |
