1980 Citroen LN vs. 1972 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Maverick (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Maverick weights approximately 550 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 1972 Ford Maverick is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1972 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
