1981 Citroen LN vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 526 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 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | LN | 911 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |