1980 Citroen LN vs. 2004 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2004 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Impreza (316 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 760 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 2004 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 2004 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | LN | Impreza |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |