1983 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
