1980 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 868 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
