1981 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1987 Proton Saloon 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Proton Saloon (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Proton Saloon weights approximately 214 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 Proton Saloon (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1987 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | LN | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
