1980 Citroen LN vs. 1968 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Jeep CJ5 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, 1968 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1968 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | LN | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2060 mm |
