1980 Citroen LN vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 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 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 424 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.
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, 1985 Volkswagen Passat (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Passat |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
