1981 Citroen LN vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 12 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Because 1993 Jaguar XJ220 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 1993 Jaguar XJ220. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | LN | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 340 mm |
