1981 Citroen LN vs. 1988 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Renault 5 is newer by 7 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 5 (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 5 weights approximately 5 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, 1988 Renault 5 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1988 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | LN | 5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
