1980 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Jazz (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen LN weights approximately 10 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz.
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, 1984 Honda Jazz (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LN | Jazz |
Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |