1981 Citroen LN vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 510 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 Passat (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
