1981 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Crown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 670 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 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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, 1979 Toyota Crown (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 1979 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Crown |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |