1984 Citroen LN vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LN | S-MX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |