1982 Citroen LN vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 786 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.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
