1985 Citroen LNA vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 1135 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.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA. 2013 Honda Crosstour 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. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LNA | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
