1981 Citroen LN vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |