1980 Citroen LN vs. 1986 Lada 2104
To start off, 1986 Lada 2104 is newer by 6 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lada 2104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lada 2104 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lada 2104 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lada 2104 weights approximately 300 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 1986 Lada 2104 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 1986 Lada 2104. 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, 1986 Lada 2104 (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Lada 2104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1986 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | LN | 2104 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
