1981 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Lada Samara
To start off, 1987 Lada Samara 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lada Samara weights approximately 210 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.
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 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1987 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | LN | Samara |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
