1981 Citroen LN vs. 1988 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1988 Toyota Lexcen 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 620 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 1988 Toyota Lexcen is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 1988 Toyota Lexcen has automatic transmission and 1981 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1981 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1988 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2740 mm |
