1984 Citroen LN vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CRX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1984 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 1996 Honda CRX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LN | CRX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |