1981 Citroen LN vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado 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 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 500 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
