1981 Citroen LN vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 14 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 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 780 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | LN | 406 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |