1981 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Opel Senator
To start off, 1984 Opel Senator 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Senator weights approximately 610 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 Opel Senator 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 Opel Senator. 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 Opel Senator (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1984 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Senator |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2690 mm |
