1981 Citroen LN vs. 1986 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 5 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 700 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 1986 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1986 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | LN | Mondial |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 86 L |