1981 Citroen LN vs. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 4 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 712 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 1985 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1985 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1985 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1985 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | LN | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 102 L |
