1981 Citroen LN vs. 1994 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 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 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Viper weights approximately 832 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.
Because 1994 Dodge Viper 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 1994 Dodge Viper. 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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1994 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | LN | Viper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 7988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
