1982 Citroen LN vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Ballade weights approximately 71 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
