1982 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen LN weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Citroen LN (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1998 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Today |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
