1981 Citroen LN vs. 1972 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda 110 S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda 110 S weights approximately 256 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda 110 S (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda 110 S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1972 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
