1981 Citroen LN vs. 1977 Ford 2000
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford 2000 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford 2000 (99 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford 2000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford 2000 weights approximately 547 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 1977 Ford 2000 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 1977 Ford 2000. 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, 1977 Ford 2000 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1977 Ford 2000 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | LN | 2000 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |