1980 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 31 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Antara weights approximately 1145 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 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara 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, 2011 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN. 2011 Opel Antara has automatic transmission and 1980 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1980 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 2011 Opel Antara | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | LN | Antara |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |