1981 Citroen LN vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 10 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 790 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, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport 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. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | LN | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2800 mm |
