1980 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 26 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 410 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | 6 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
