1980 Citroen LN vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 20 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 240 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, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LN | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |
