1980 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Toyota Tazz
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tazz is newer by 28 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tazz is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tazz weights approximately 238 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN.
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, 2008 Toyota Tazz (104 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2008 Toyota Tazz | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Tazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 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 | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
