1980 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 180 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 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LN | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
