1980 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Opel Combo
To start off, 2004 Opel Combo is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Combo weights approximately 525 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, 2004 Opel Combo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2004 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Combo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
