1980 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 30 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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LN | Charade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |
