1981 Citroen LN vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1989 Toyota Model F is newer by 8 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Model F (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Model F should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 590 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 1989 Toyota Model F 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 1989 Toyota Model F. 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, 1989 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Model F |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2240 mm |
