1981 Citroen LN vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 161 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.
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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Escort |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
