1984 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 23 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN.
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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LN | Element |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |