1981 Citroen LN vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 420 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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum 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. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1990 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
