1980 Citroen LN vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 33 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 1080 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 2013 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Venza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
