1980 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 730 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 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | LN | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |