1978 Citroen LN vs. 1982 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. 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, 1982 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1982 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
