1981 Citroen LN vs. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Vauxhall Cresta weights approximately 410 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Vauxhall Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Vauxhall Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Vauxhall Cresta (155 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1954 Vauxhall Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1954 Vauxhall Cresta | |
Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
Model | LN | Cresta |
Year Released | 1981 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |