1982 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 231 kg more than 1982 Citroen CX. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | CX | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
