1981 Citroen LN vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 455 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 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 1982 Toyota Celica 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. 1982 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Celica |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |