1984 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 737 kg more 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LN | FR-V |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 50 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |