1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1977 Honda Accord
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1977 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LNA | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
