1981 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Lamborghini LM
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini LM 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini LM (449 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 1996 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 1987 Lamborghini LM is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini LM will offer significantly more control. 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 Lamborghini LM (510 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1987 Lamborghini LM | |
Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
Model | LN | LM |
Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 5167 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 449 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 169 L |