1981 Citroen LN vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 469 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 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 700 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | LN | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |