1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 960 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1985 Citroen LNA has manual transmission. 1985 Citroen LNA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1996 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LNA | Legend |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
