1980 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1097 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | LN | Sharan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1807 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |