1982 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
