1980 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Skoda L
To start off, 1984 Skoda L is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Skoda L weights approximately 118 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1984 Skoda L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | LN | L |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
