1981 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 330 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 1984 Ford Sierra 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 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | LN | Sierra |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |