1981 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 6 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 26 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | AX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
