1978 Citroen LN vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 886 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.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
Model | LN | Trooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |