1982 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 93 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 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Element |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
